Raised Arms Collection (#8)

Satan Arousing the Rebel Angels, 1808. Artist: William Blake
Satan Arousing the Rebel Angels, 1808. Painting held in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London. From The Connoisseur Volume LXXXIV, edited by C. Reginald Grundy. [The Connoisseur Ltd, London, 1929]

Study for Prospero Summoning Nymphs and Deities, c1902, (1903). Artist: Herbert James Draper
Study for Prospero Summoning Nymphs and Deities, c1902. After a work by Herbert James Draper (1863-1920). From The Studio Volume 29 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1903.]

Standing Female Nude, (17th century), 1925
Standing Female Nude, 17th century. After a study by Giovanni Francesco Barbieri (1591-1666), aka Guercino or Il Guercino. From The Connoisseur, 1925

Early Coptic Funerary Slab, 3rd-4th century. Limestone Figure with Arms raised in attitude of worship. Note the shell & crosses. Cairo, Coptic Museum

Siva destroys the demon Andhaka, Harivamsa manuscript, Mughul, c1590. In Hindu mythology, Andhaka often refer to a malevolent asura, is killed by Shiva for trying to abduct Parvati

Maori Woodcarving representing panel detail of Ancestor. Panel from meeting-house. The Maori are the indigenous Polynesian people of New Zealand, they originated with settlers from eastern Polynesia

Minoan pottery shrine containing a goddess with raised arms. On the roof two human figures watch the goddess through the light-well

Cleric Raised Arms lower register? study wall paintings
Artokoloro

Man with open arms, Jasper, Canada

Two Figures (preparatory study for The Gates of Hell ) (lead-pencil
XIR897674 Two Figures (preparatory study for The Gates of Hell ) (lead-pencil and ink wash on paper) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); 18x13 cm; Musee Rodin, Paris

The Prodigal Son, c. 1900 (bronze)
XIR207059 The Prodigal Son, c.1900 (bronze) by Rodin, Auguste (1840-1917); Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France; French, out of copyright

Dancing women and Amor, Catharina Questiers, 1654

St. Francis of Assisi, or The Miracle of the Roses, 1630 (oil on canvas)
XIR157024 St. Francis of Assisi, or The Miracle of the Roses, 1630 (oil on canvas) by Zurbaran, Francisco de (1598-1664); Museo de Cadiz

Knight puts a bear down, Daniel Veelwaard (I), Jacob Smies, Francois Bohn, 1802 - 1809

Telemachus kneels before Mentor, Jacob Folkema, 1715

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"Raised Arms: A Celebration of Strength, Spirituality, and Expression" In the realm of art, they have long been a powerful symbol of various emotions and experiences. From self-portraits to ancient sculptures, these gestures convey a range of meanings that transcend time and culture. One such example is "Self Portrait, 1911, " where an artist captures their own image with raised arms. This act reflects both vulnerability and confidence as they express themselves through their craft. Similarly, in "Punch and Judy Man (1963), " the protagonist's raised arms exude energy and enthusiasm as he entertains his audience. The work of Alfred Stieglitz showcases another facet in Georgia O'Keeffe's "Torso, 1918. " Here, her outstretched limbs embody gracefulness while conveying strength and determination. Edgar Degas also explores this theme in "Young Spartans Exercising, " capturing the youthful vigor expressed through synchronized arm movements. Moving beyond visual arts, we encounter instances where raised arms reflect spiritual devotion or cultural identity. In "Young Girl Worshipping Beside Waterfall, " the subject's uplifted hands demonstrate reverence for nature's beauty. Meanwhile, Miss Ruth St. Denis mesmerizes audiences with her remarkable East Indian dance performance at Aldwych Theatre in 1906—her elevated arms evoking spirituality through movement. Traveling back in time to ancient civilizations brings us to the terracotta goddess from Karphi Shrine on Crete—a relic from the 12th century BC depicting worshipers raising their hands towards divinity—an enduring testament to human spirituality throughout history. Shifting our focus to contemporary moments captured by photography reveals how people today continue to raise their arms for diverse reasons. Whether it be a man practicing tai chi during an eclipse along Shanghai's Huangpu River or a member of Chile's Palestinian community proudly holding up their flag—their actions signify unity, resilience, and cultural pride.